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Home My WebLink About2015 08 04 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Regular Meeting MinutesCITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 4, 2015 CALL TO ORDER The Regular Meeting of Tuesday, August 4, 2015 of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee was called to Order by Chairperson Arnie Nussbaum at 5:31 p.m., in the Commission Chambers of the Municipal Building (City Hall, 1126 East State Road 434, Winter Springs, Florida 32708). Roll Call: Chairperson Arnie Nussbaum, present Vice - Chairperson Ken Greenberg, absent Committee Member Arsenio Calle, arrived at 5:33 p.m. Committee Member Louis Chaves, absent Committee Member Lynn Dehlinger, present Committee Member Art Gallo, present Committee Member Rick Lecky, present Committee Member Bob Osborne, present Committee Member Jim Van Kleunen, present Assistant to the City Clerk Antonia Della Donna, present A moment of silence was held and was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. No Agenda Changes were made. AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS AWARDS AND PRESENTATIONS 100. Not Used INFORMATIONAL AGENDA INFORMATIONAL 200. Parks and Recreation Department The Parks And Recreation Department Would Like To Inform The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee About Central Winds Park Fence Project. There was no discussion on this Agenda Item. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 4, 2015 PAGE 2 OF 5 Committee Member Arsenio Calle arrived at 5:33 p.m. INFORMATIONAL 201. Parks and Recreation Department The Parks And Recreation Department Would Like To Inform The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee About State Of Florida Greenways And Trails Coast To Coast Connector Plans. Brief comments. PUBLIC INPUT Chairperson Nussbaum opened "Public Input ". No one addressed the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Chairperson Nussbaum closed "Public Input". CONSENT AGENDA CONSENT 300. Office Of The City Clerk The Office Of The City Clerk Is Requesting The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee Review And Approve The Tuesday, May 5, 2015 Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee Regular Meeting Minutes. RELATED TO APPROVING THE TUESDAY, MAY 5, 2015 PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING MINUTES, "MOTION TO APPROVE." MOTION BY COMMITTEE MEMBER DEHLINGER. SECONDED BY COMMITTEE MEMBER LECKY. DISCUSSION. VOTE: COMMITTEE MEMBER GALLO: AYE COMMITTEE MEMBER VAN KLEUNEN: AYE COMMITTEE MEMBER DEHLINGER: AYE CHAIRPERSON NUSSBAUM: AYE COMMITTEE MEMBER LECKY: AYE COMMITTEE MEMBER OSBORNE: AYE COMMITTEE MEMBER CALLE: AYE MOTION CARRIED. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 4, 2015 PAGE 3 OF 5 400. REPORTS No Reports were given. PUBLIC HEARINGS AGENDA PUBLIC HEARINGS 500. Not Used REGULAR AGENDA REGULAR 600. Parks And Recreation Department The Parks And Recreation Department Is Requesting The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee To Discuss Park Improvements And Design At Trotwood Park. Mr. Chris Caldwell, Director, Parks and Recreation Department shared some recent developments including the City Commission approving a design concept from CPH Engineers, Inc. Discussion ensued on recommended improvements that were suggested to CPH Engineers, Inc. Referencing a diagram provided by Staff, Committee Member Art Gallo asked specifically where the parking lot would be located. Mr. Caldwell explained, "It is south side of the park, where the pavilion is; right now, there is a small parking lot." Much discussion followed on estimates of park attendance, that Parks and Recreation Staff regularly conduct visual observations and attendance counts, that attendance rates differ throughout various times of the day, how the features of each park affect attendance, if Grants are available that specifically deal with water, the restrictions of those Grants, and amenities available near the dock at Trotwood Park. REGULAR 601. Parks And Recreation Department The Parks And Recreation Department Is Requesting The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee To Receive Information Regarding Torcaso Park And To Discuss The Possibility Of Holding A Workshop, If Needed, In The Near Future. Mr. Caldwell presented this Agenda Item and mentioned the Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant that was recently awarded to the City, and indicated that the City has three (3) years to utilize the funds. Mr. Caldwell noted that there are certain restrictions for each category. CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING - AUGUST 4, 2015 PAGE 4 OF 5 Mr. Caldwell commented on the Master Plan that was created in 2009 for Torcaso Park, that it is being comprehensively reviewed to see what has been accomplished since its inception, and the community surrounding Torcaso Park, specifically their needs and how they may vary. Mr. Caldwell then suggested holding a meeting to get feedback from the community. With further remarks, Chairperson Nussbaum and Committee Member Lynn Dehlinger agreed with the idea of a meeting to solicit input from the residents and business people. Next, Committee Member Jim Van Kleunen commented on the thirteen (13) items presented in the Master Plan and inquired how many have been seen to completion. Mr. Caldwell responded, "We currently haven't assessed that yet." Mr. Caldwell indicated Staff is beginning the review process and will be meeting with other Departments. Chairperson Nussbaum asked if it were possible to get statistics on what is being used the most at Tarcaso Park before doing a community meeting. Mr. Caldwell said it was, and further discussion followed on the Master Plan. Next, possible dates were considered, to include Thursday, November 12, 2015 and Tuesday, November 17, 2015. Discussion continued on the time frame of the Grant and when it would begin. Mr. Caldwell specified, "There's a commencement letter that we send. Once that's signed and moved forward, then the clock starts; and that will happen sometime within the next ninety (90) days." REGULAR 602. Parks And Recreation Department The Parks And Recreation Department Is Requesting The Parks And Recreation Advisory Committee Discuss The Central Winds Park Roadway Project. This Agenda Item was introduced by Mr. Caldwell. Related to the start date of the Central Winds Park Roadway Project, Mr. Caldwell noted, "It will start January of 2016 and should be completed close to July of 2016." With further comments, Mr. Caldwell noted that the plans for this project include a new fence around Central Winds Park and improvements to the roundabout. Much discussion ensued on the Fourth of July event, parking concerns on Orange Avenue, and back -in parking. Mr. Caldwell explained, "Back in parking facilitates them unloading their cars, taking anything out of their trunks and going into the safe zone instead of unloading right on the road which sometimes happens. It's moving into a safe zone." Tape 1 /Side B CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING — AUGUST 4, 2015 PAGE 5 OF 5 In other City Business, Chairperson Nussbaum mentioned upcoming Community Events which include the 10th Annual Hometown Harvest on Saturday, October 10, 2015 and ARToberFEST the following weekend on Saturday, October 17, 2015 and Sunday. October 18, 2015. Discussion. PUBLIC INPUT Chairperson Nussbaum opened "Public Input ". No one spoke. Chairperson Nussbaum closed "Public Input". Lastly, Mr. Caldwell shared that Ms. Susie Coffinan, former Senior Center Manager, Parks and Recreation Department has just retired after twenty -six (26) years of service. Mr. Caldwell mentioned that they are looking for a replacement and that they would be happy to let the Committee Members know when the position has been filled. ADJOURNMENT Chairperson Nussbaum adjourned the Regular Meeting at 6:27 p.m. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: ANTONIA DELLA DONNA ASSISTANT TO THE CITY CLERK, AND fi RACH >FL SERGENT ASSISTANT TO THE CITY CLERK NOTE: These Minutes were Approved at the May 3, 2016 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Regular Meeting.